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chanceux

lucky, fortunate

adjective shahn-SUH Less Common

Usage Note

Chanceux is the adjective from chance (luck). The feminine form is chanceuse. It describes a person who enjoys good luck, rather than a lucky object or event — for those, French uses favorable or heureux. Tu es vraiment chanceux is a natural compliment in casual conversation.

Examples

"Elle est vraiment chanceuse d'avoir ce poste."

Natural Translation

She is really lucky to have that position.

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